The Brazilian Volleyball Confederation (CBV) has officially opposed the International Federation's (FIVB) proposal to move major national team competitions to the winter months. The news is particularly interesting because the head of world volleyball is the Brazilian Fabio Azevedo, who for years has held leadership positions precisely in the CBV.
The Brazilian confederation's position was confirmed to the specialized publication Web Vôlei on November 11. It clarifies that Brazil expressed its disagreement back in June 2026, when the FIVB presented various options for the world calendar for the period 2029–2032.
The main objection is against the proposed window for national teams between December and February, which would impose a break in club championships in the middle of the season.
Brazil expressed a negative opinion back in June
In its response to Web Vôlei, the Brazilian confederation clarifies that the International Federation's proposals were presented for discussion, not as a final decision.
"In June this year, the International Volleyball Federation held a meeting with the Brazilian Volleyball Confederation and presented several calendar proposals. Among the discussed possibilities was a period for national team matches between December and February," explained the CBV.
The confederation emphasizes that the FIVB has stated its readiness to discuss the options with national federations, clubs, coaches, and athletes.
After reviewing the proposal, the Brazilian side decided that it did not represent the best solution for local volleyball and expressed a negative opinion.
The CBV insists that the current model should be improved, but without interrupting the normal course of club competitions due to national team commitments.
Thus, one of the most influential volleyball federations in the world officially joins the opponents of the winter international calendar.
Fabio Azevedo faces resistance even in his own homeland
Particularly interesting is the fact that the current FIVB president, Fabio Azevedo, is a Brazilian with a long career in the leadership of the national confederation.
According to his official biography, published by the International Federation, between